Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma (Printable)

Flavorful chicken and vegetables roasted together with shawarma spices for a simple weeknight dinner.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into large chunks
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 2 teaspoons ground cumin
06 - 2 teaspoons ground paprika
07 - 1.5 teaspoons ground coriander
08 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Vegetables

13 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
14 - 2 bell peppers (red or yellow), sliced
15 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
16 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

→ To Serve

17 - 4 pita breads or certified gluten-free flatbreads
18 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
19 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
20 - Lemon wedges

# How-To:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper if using; whisk until blended.
03 - Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat thoroughly. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes or refrigerate up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
04 - Place marinated chicken, red onion wedges, sliced bell peppers, zucchini half-moons, and halved cherry tomatoes evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle remaining marinade over the top.
05 - Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and golden, and vegetables are tender.
06 - Warm pita breads or flatbreads shortly before serving.
07 - Serve the roasted chicken and vegetables on warm bread, topped with a spoonful of yogurt, chopped parsley, and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Use certified gluten free flatbreads for a gluten free option
  • For a vegan version, substitute chickpeas or tofu for chicken
03 -
  • Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor
  • Toss vegetables halfway through roasting for even cooking
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